Is Cambridge more expensive than Milton Keynes?

Cambridge is 9.4% more expensive than Milton Keynes overall. Rent is 29.5% higher, groceries 9.3% more expensive, and restaurants 7.8% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Milton Keynes or Cambridge?

Milton Keynes has a purchasing power index of 113.8 while Cambridge has 131.6 (NYC = 100). Cambridge offers better purchasing power.

Milton Keynes vs Cambridge: Cost of Living Comparison (2026)

Categoría	🇬🇧 Milton Keynes	🇬🇧 Cambridge	Diferencia
Coste de Vida	69.3	75.8	+9.4%
Alquiler	34.2	44.3	+29.5%
Supermercado	64.2	70.2	+9.3%
Restaurantes	72.0	77.6	+7.8%
Poder Adquisitivo	113.8	131.6	+15.6%

Data verified Q1 2026 · Source: Numbeo cost-of-living indices (NYC = 100 baseline) · Indices reflect relative costs; absolute prices vary by neighbourhood.